Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

This means I can't leave an accurate reflection of my feelings towards the book as I am unable to read it now and so I am leaving a message of explanation instead. I am now back to reading and reviewing full time as once considerable time had passed I have found that books have been helping me significantly in terms of my mindset and mental health - this was after having no interest in anything for quite a number of years after the passings. Anything requested and approved will be read and a review written and posted to Amazon (where I am a Hall of Famer & Top Reviewer), Goodreads (where I have several thousand friends and the same amount who follow my reviews) and Waterstones (or Barnes & Noble if the publisher is American based). Thank you for the opportunity and apologies for the inconvenience.

A great read that deals with some disturbing issues but is handled well. This is my first introduction to the author but I am looking forward to reading more.

Wow, this book really impressed me. It’s written in such a skilful way you can’t help but be pulled into the story. I’ve read so many great stories by these to brilliant Authors, and this book is no exception. The plot is full of memorable characters, and I love the way there is always something happening.
Detective Superintendent Ewert Grens was certainly used to seeing dead bodies. However, it’s very unusual for one to turn up in a hospital morgue that hadn’t been registered and had clearly been put there by someone not authorised to do so. Ewert is like a dog with a bone when he’s trying to track down a killer, and as usual everything else is pushed aside, even sleep. Piet Hoffman was trying to provide for his family in another country. He certainly didn’t have the safest job in the world, however his options were limited and the money was too good to pass up. Although it hardly seemed worth it being separated from his family and being shot at on a regular basis. Piet is just lucky that he is such a good shot himself, as it had saved his life and those around him on more than one occasion. This book is well worth your money and time, pure entertainment. 5/5 Star Rating.